1989 Isuzu Trooper SE review from North America
"I love this vehicle and I will never get tired of it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced head at 172,000 with new Japanese.
Fuel pump at 165,000.
Front suspension at 155,000 (wasn't bad, just preventative).
Trans input shaft bearing at 175,000.
Normal items at intervals.
Body rust repair in last year (minor).
Front seats due to be redone.
General comments?
This SUV is an absolute joy.
Mileage is between 18 and 21 mpg.
The 2.6 four cylinder is adequate for our island, but the hills do pull the acceleration down. However, put this thing in four wheel and it will climb a building.
The boxy look is being copied by SUV's that cost thousands more, and there are absolutely no blind spots on this vehicle.
It is a very stable platform for such a short wheelbase, and it handles corners very well. A bumpy road will lead to frequent bladder relief however.
It's a tank disguised as a SUV. I have had this vehicle in places that a normal 4x4 would be in trouble, and I have pulled a few "off roaders" out of trouble.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 143000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 185100 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota 4x4 |
| Date of Entry | 29th June, 2008 |